MWILI WANGU, CHAGUO LANGU: HADITHI ZA TATOO
Tattoos are not just ink—they are declarations of who people are, where they’ve been, and what they choose to remember or overcome.
Showcasing the Artistry of African Tattoo Designs Photography by Ian Miller
By Janet Philip-Kabarak University
Format: Radio Feature
Language: Kiswahili
Structure: Narration, sound effects, interviews, music
Overview
This powerful radio Feature explores the personal, cultural, medical, professional, and spiritual dimensions of tattoos in Kenyan society. Through vivid narration, authentic soundscapes, and compelling interviews, Janet Philip unveils how tattoos act as living testimonies—marking pain, healing, rebellion, identity, and sometimes, love lost.
Janet’s feature is a thoughtful, emotional exploration of how skin becomes a storytelling medium. Tattoos are not just ink—they are declarations of who people are, where they’ve been, and what they choose to remember or overcome. Through this feature, listeners are invited to hear what the skin has to say, and reflect on how society listens—or doesn’t
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